the government sees the church as a cheaper way to carry out social programs. but these church members believe there are deeper reasons. >> the people love us because we are bringing a message of love, of peace, of healing. >> we've gone around to various places, bringing food and clothing to those in need. and over 100 children have received christ through what we've done so far. >> reporter: and this leads to a new challenge. >> we need bibles. we need help with our budget, to complete the work that is being done here. >> i think that the main thing is pray for us. you can help with bibles because sometimes the church grows up very fast, and we have not enough material. >> reporter: the christians in cuba are doing their best to take advantage of their newfound freedoms, and spread the gospel to the entire country. >> god is doing this in a special way for cuba. it is a special time for cuba. >> reporter: chuck holton, cbn news, havana, cuba. >> george: you can celebrate with our cuban brothers, simply visit our christian world news facebook and click and sha